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Founded in 1983, the Information Display and Entertainment Association has been the leading professional association for members of the Game Operations industry for over 25 years. Through its various offerings, the organization seeks to foster, cultivate and maintain the high professional, educational, creative, and technical standards of its members in all areas of game presentation. Additionally, IDEA provides a forum for the encouragement and promotion of free and voluntary discussion and exchange of ideas and information among its members.

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Golden Matrix Awards

Hall of Fame

IDEA annually recognizes superior achievement throughout the large screen video and matrix display industry by awarding its Golden Matrix Awards. The GMAs recognize artistic and technical excellence in the programming of displays located at stadiums, arenas, racetracks and other public assembly facilities.

Honoring Excellence

Celebrating History

Inspiring New Generations

Established in 2008 to coincide with IDEA's 25th anniversary, the IDEA Hall of Fame honors innovators in the Event Presentation industry. Nominations for the Class of 2014 will be accepted until April 7th.